Mount Jefferson

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 333 of the book. Mike Hays and Livingston Douglas have provided updates on access and climbing routes which are set out below. Updated November 2020 Mount Jefferson, the 19th most-prominent Idaho summit, has high access and offers a nice ridge walk to its summit. It is undoubtedly one of Idaho’s … Continue reading

Peak 11070 (South Twin)

Climbing and access information for peak is on Page 288 of the book. Livingston Douglas provides more detailed access and route description than found in the book. There is no easy way to reach South Twin, which sits on the main Lost River Range Crest south of Pass Creek Summit. When Rick Baugher reached the top in 1990, he found … Continue reading

Coin Mountain

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 121 of the book. From Profile Gap, follow an old road cut to the ridge directly up to the east. Soon the road hits the top of the ridge and a fire break cut by the USFS. Follow the fire break up to the ridge top, take a right, and … Continue reading

Paradise Peak

This peak is not in the book. Paradise Peak is one of the more impressive summits in the Smoky Mountains. Unlike the peaks close to Ketchum, it is remote and seldom climbed but is well worth a visit. The map below shows access and route information. USGS Paradise Peak Access The most direct route is from the South Fork Boise … Continue reading

Blue Bunch Mountain

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 118 of the book. Please note that the book incorrectly states the peak’s elevation at 9,710 feet. Blue Bunch Mountain is an enjoyable but strenuous hike. Its significant prominence ensures that the view from the top is huge. USGS Blue Bunch Mountain   … Continue reading